If you have not received your F-1 visa, or you cannot arrive for the upcoming quarter, please do not enroll. A new I-20 will be sent to you if you wish to defer enrollment and come for a future term. Please contact the International Extension Programs (IEP) office if you choose to do so.

Eligibility

This program is open on a space-available basis to international students with:

High school diploma

High school GPA between 2.00 and 2.49

Sufficient English language proficiency

To satisfy the English language proficiency requirement, students can finish the English Language Program level five at the university, or submit any of the following minimum test scores as a proof of language skills. Test scores must be achieved within two years of the date of application to APP.

Language Requirement

Required Score/Level

CSUSB ELP

Level 5

TOEFL Internet Based (iBT)

61

TOEFL Paper Based (PBT)

500

IELTS

5.5

Students who study and pass the CSUSB English Language Program are not required to submit other English language proficiency test scores to be accepted in APP.

* Fees are subject to change. Students should plan expenses for travel, entertainment and emergencies. The College of Extended Learning makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules may need to be increased to meet the operating costs of delivering these courses and programs. Therefore, the College of Extended Learning reserves the right to increase or modify fees, without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular quarter has begun.

Important Fee Information: The College of Extended Learning makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased to meet the operating costs of delivering these courses and programs. Therefore, the College of Extended Learning reserves the right to increase or modify fees, without notice. All College of Extended Learning fees are subject to change.

Dates

Important Dates

Fall 2017

Winter 2018

Spring 2018

Summer 2018

Program Dates

Sept. 21 – Dec. 8

Jan. 8 – Mar. 23

Apr. 2 – Jun. 15

Jun. 20 – Sept. 5

Students need to apply to APP ahead of their planned program start date. While processing of applications can be done within five business days, international students coming to the US need to plan time for the visa application, interview appointments and visa processing. To get settled and ready for academic study, students can arrive in the US as early as 30 days before the program start date. In addition to the APP acceptance letter and I-20, students receive a conditional admission letter separately after all required documents are evaluated.

Conditional Admission

Conditional admission is available to international students who meet all university entrance requirements except for
the minimum English scores.

TOEFL Waiver

Some programs may have different English proficiency requirements. The following degrees do not accept the TOEFL waiver:

Master of Arts in Communication Studies

Master of Arts in English Composition

Master of Fine Arts – Creative Writing

The TOEFL requirement is waived if a student successfully completes Level 5 of the English Language Program (ELP) for undergraduate admission or Level 6 for graduate admission.

Other Institutions currently accepting the completion of level 5 or 6 in lieu of English proficiency test scores are:

LA Film School

University of Redlands, MBA Program

United States University, San Diego

Activities

Our programs allow you to improve your English language skills and broaden your understanding of American
culture. In addition to classroom learning, you
can participate in recreational activities on and
around the campus such as holiday parties,
talent shows, movie nights and more!

Housing

On-Campus

Residence halls and apartments

Meal plan available

Living on campus is one of the easiest ways to become involved at CSUSB.
The Villages offers on-campus housing for students in three residential environments: Serrano Village, Arrowhead Village and University Village. Living on campus is a significant part of the CSUSB experience for approximately 1,500 students.

Off-Campus

Families provide three meals per day, transportation to and from campus, a bedroom and utilities (except phone)

International students can participate in the Homestay Program where they live with American families to improve their English and learn American culture firsthand. Host families are proud to explain American ways of life, Students can learn new things, taste new foods and see new places.

The IEP Homestay Program gives IEP students and members of the community an opportunity to learn more about other people and their cultures. By participating in the Homestay Program, you will be able to share your tradition and lifestyles while broadening your own cultural experiences.

Apartments

Homestay Program

The IEP Homestay Program gives IEP students and members of the community an opportunity to learn more about other people and their cultures. By participating in the Homestay program, you will be able to share your traditions and lifestyle while broadening your own cultural experiences.

Homestay Benefits

American culture and language in a family environment.

Invaluable education to both students and host families.

Creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Homestay Includes

Host families are expected to provide students with:

A safe environment

A private room

Meals

Transportation to and from the California State University, San Bernardino campus.

Host families are encouraged to include students in family activities in the evenings and on weekends. These activities enrich the students' stay and give them a true picture of American culture.

Visa Requirements

California State University, San Bernardino is authorized to issue I-20 forms (Certificates of Student Eligibility) for full-time intensive English study. Students may then enter the U.S. on an F-1 student visa obtained from the American Embassy or consulate.

F-1 visas are issued on the basis of full-time study. This means that you are expected to attend your scheduled classes every day that you are enrolled in ELP. After three quarters of full-time study, you are eligible for one quarter off.

If you are planning to study in the U.S., you must apply for an F-1 visa.

Students applying for ELP's Intensive English Program should complete the financial statement located on the application form. Students accepted for study will receive the I-20 form so that they may obtain an F-1 student visa at the nearest U.S. consulate. Students accepted for study will be issued the I-20 form so that they may obtain an F-1 student visa at the nearest U.S. Consulate. Please follow these steps to receive documents from CSUSB.

Health Insurance

Student health center

Effective August 1, 1995, all F-1 visa applicants must agree to obtain and maintain health insurance as a condition of enrollment and receiving an I-20 for the International Extension Programs at California State University, San Bernardino.

All students* are required to purchase insurance through Wells Fargo Insurance. Students may purchase quarter or annual coverage based on their individual need. Please download the brochure for more information.

*Students on a government scholarship that provides insurance are excluded.

NOTE: Costs below are in addition to the student premium. Dependents must be enrolled for the same term of coverage as student.
Dependent enrollment in this plan is voluntary.

Spouse only

$1,203.46

$367.10

$288.75

$852.36

$279.08

$314.53

$578.61

One Child (Age 0-25) only

$1,203.46

$367.10

$288.75

$852.36

$279.08

$314.53

$578.61

Two or more Children (Age 0-25) only

$2,390.77

$718.42

$561.99

$1,688.35

$542.56

$613.80

$1,141.36

Refund Policy

If you need to leave ELP for any reason, you must get permission from the IEP Program Administrator and you should carefully read the following refund policy.

In order to receive a full refund of enrollment fees: You must cancel enrollment or drop all courses prior to the first day of classes.

In order to receive a fifty-percent refund of enrollment fees: You must cancel enrollment or drop all courses during the first week (five days) of classes.

No refunds will be given to students who cancel enrollment or drop after the first week (five days) of instruction.

Note: Application fees, late registration fees and health insurance fees are not refundable.

Important Notice: Please make sure that the College of Extended Learning has your correct mailing address. Refunds are typically processed within ten business days and may take up to four weeks to receive a check.

Testimonials

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – Cal State University represents one of the most diverse student populations in the Inland Empire with students ranging from American, Hispanic, African American, Asian and a variety of international cultures.

Many of these international students begin here at the College of Extended Learning, where they participate in our English Language Program. As the students develop and improve their English language proficiency, they become matriculated students in the University itself.

The College of Extended Learning is dedicated to providing students with high quality staff, teachers and education that they can benefit from. We hope to keep the diversity of the college growing as we welcome more and more students from around the world.

Students have shared with us their great excitement in coming to America.

“I enjoy coming to class. I am learning English and about so many cultures. I’ve made friends from around the world.”

Jeemin Jeon

South Korea

“Since participating in the ELP program, I have become more independent and self-reliant and this has expanded overall view of the world and how I now see things.”

Hannah Yin

Beijing, China

We recently met with a group of participants in our English Language Program from Papua, Indonesia to discuss their experience here in the U.S.: Richard Mehue, Beatrix Imbab and Emma Aud. The three students shared with us their great excitement in coming to America.

“I came to the United States to improve my English language and earn a degree. Since I’ve been here I have made many friendships that I believe will last a lifetime”Richard Menhue

“I wanted to experience life in the US so I could improve my English and eventually find a career here. Since I’ve been here, the program has been very helpful towards reaching my goals.” Beatrix Imbab

“I came to America to improve my English level. Not only has the program been very helpful in doing so, but I’ve been able to meet people and make friends from other countries who are here to do the same.”Emma Aud